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Dental Hygiene Program Manual Academic Year 2013-14 Speir Dental Complex Grand Strand Campus • Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 Horry Georgetown TECHNICAL COLLEGE

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Dental HygieneProgram Manual

Academic Year 2013-14

Speir Dental ComplexGrand Strand Campus • Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Hor ry GeorgetownT E C H N I C A L C O L L E G E

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HORRY-GEORGETOWN TECHNICAL COLLEGE

DENTAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT

DENTAL HYGIENE

STUDENT PROGRAM MANUAL

This program manual has been designed to provide the student with information

regarding the Dental Hygiene Program. Further information regarding the College

may be found in the College catalog. All students must possess a copy of both

documents for reference during their academic stay at the College.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Philosophy, Goals & Competencies……. ……………………………………………………….3

ADHA Standards for Clinical Dental Hygiene Practice…………………………………….7

Professional Roles of the Dental Hygienist …………………………………………………14

Division of Health Sciences ……….…………………………………………………………….15

Accreditation Status & Complaint Process..………..………………………………………..16

Program Facilities ……….…………………………………………………………………………17

Honors and Awards ………………………………………………………………………………18

Administration and Full-Time Faculty ……………………………………………………….19

Organizational Chart ……….……………………………………………………………………..20

About the Faculty ……….…………………………………………………………………………..22

Requirements for Admission, Progression, Re-admission & Graduation ..………..26

Essential Functions of a Dental Hygienist ………………………………………………….31

Dental Hygiene Curriculum ……….…………………………………………………………….33

Courses Meeting the Humanities Requirement ……………………………………………34

Expense Statement …………………………………………………………………………………35

Textbook List ………..……………………………………………………………………………….37

Financial Aid and Student Advising ……….…………………………………………………39

Academic Policies ……….………………………………………………………………………….40

Attendance Policy ……….………………………………………………………………………….43

Clinical Dress Guidelines …………………………………………………………………………45

Student Responsibility ……….…………………………………………………………………48

Academic Honesty ………………………………………………………………………………….50

Program Activities ……….…………………………………………………………………………51

Student Organization ….………………………………………………………………………….53

Licensure Examinations ……….…………………………………………………………………54

Tips for Success …………..…………………………………………………………………………56

College Support Services ………..………………………………………………………………..57

Personal Items ……….……………………………………………………………………………59

Risks of a Dental Healthcare Professional ……….…………………………………………61

Information Sheet on Hepatitis B Vaccine ……………….…………………………………62

Statement of Understanding ………….………………………………………………………63

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PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY AND GOALS

PHILOSOPHY

The Horry Georgetown Technical College Dental Hygiene program believes that the

dental hygienist is an extremely important member of the dental health team who

makes a significant contribution to the total health care of all people. Through the

use of state-of-the-art technology in lecture and clinical instruction, it is the mission

of this program to provide the student with a well-rounded general education as

well as an evidenced-based professional education. In so doing, the student will be

prepared for his/her role as a successful dental hygienist, as well as an enlightened

and contributing citizen to the community.

It is the aim of the dental hygiene program faculty to create a supportive

environment in which the student will develop self-confidence, expertise in clinical

skills, and the desire to learn to become an effective, dedicated health care provider.

Through the use of problem solving, planned experiences, goal setting, and self-

assessment, the graduate is expected to become a purposeful, thinking, self-directed

member of the professional society able to make critical judgments in both personal

and professional roles.

PROGRAM GOALS & COMPETENCIES:

The goals and competencies of the Horry Georgetown Technical College Dental

Hygiene Program are to provide the dental profession with a knowledgeable dental

hygienist who can assume responsibility for providing current dental hygiene

services within the scope of the South Carolina Dental Law. To achieve this purpose,

the following are the stated program goals and competencies:

GOAL 1. Graduates will be able to demonstrate fundamental knowledge

in the Dental Hygiene curriculum components.

Competencies:

1.1 Demonstrate working knowledge of the general education component of the

curriculum.

Display effective interpersonal, written, and communication skills

with individuals and groups from diverse cultural populations.

Demonstrate critical thinking skills.

Demonstrate computer literacy.

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1.2 Demonstrate a working knowledge of the biomedical sciences and their

relationship to total body health.

1.3 Demonstrate essential knowledge of the dental sciences focusing on oral

health and disease to effectively apply the dental hygiene process of care and

prevention methodologies to all patients.

GOAL 2. Graduates will be able to demonstrate competency in the

clinical and interpersonal skills necessary for the provision of

current comprehensive preventive, educational, and ethical

dental hygiene services within a diverse patient population.

Competencies:

2.1 The student will demonstrate core values in ethics, skills, and knowledge in

relationship to the dental hygiene process of care (assessment, diagnosis,

planning, implementation, and evaluation).

Adhere to the American Dental Hygienists' Professional Code of Ethics.

Adhere to all state and federal rules and regulations governing the

practice of dental hygiene.

Utilize critical analysis and problem solving skills in the provision of

dental hygiene care

2.2 Assessment: The student will methodically collect, analyze, and record data

on the general, oral, and psychosocial health status on a culturally diverse

patient population.

Obtain, review, and update a complete medical, family, social and

dental history

Recognize health conditions and medications that impact overall

patient care

Identify patients at risk for a medical emergency and manage the

patient care in a manner that prevents an emergency

Identify predisposing and etiologic risk factors for education,

prevention, and intervention.

2.3 Diagnosis: Use critical decision making skills to synthesize patient

assessment data in formulating a dental hygiene diagnosis.

2.4 Planning: Collaborate with the patient and other health professionals to

formulate a comprehensive individualized dental hygiene care plan with

alternative treatment modalities that is based on current scientific evidence.

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Establish a prioritized planned sequence of care (educational, clinical,

and evaluation) based on the dental hygiene diagnosis; identified oral

conditions; potential problems; etiologic and risk factors; and available

treatment methods.

Obtain medical consultation when appropriate

Make referrals to other health care professionals as needed

Obtain the patient’s informed consent based on a thorough case

presentation

2.5 Implementation: Provide dental hygiene treatment that includes preventive

and therapeutic services designed to achieve and maintain oral health by

guiding the patient in setting and achieving oral health goals.

Provide a high standard of care to all patients in a humane,

empathetic, and caring manner

Perform dental hygiene treatment to eliminate and/or control local

etiologic factors to prevent and control caries, periodontal disease and

other oral conditions

Control pain and anxiety during treatment through the use of

accepted clinical and behavioral techniques

Provide life support measures to manage medical emergencies should

they arise

Respect the goals, values, beliefs, and preferences of the patient

throughout treatment

2.5 Evaluation: Evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented clinical,

preventive, and educational services and modify as needed.

Assess the outcomes of dental hygiene treatment utilizing various

indices, instruments, etc.

Evaluate the patient’s satisfaction with the care that has been

received and the health status that has been achieved

Establish appropriate treatment or referrals based on evaluation data

Develop and maintain an appropriate maintenance program for the

patient

2.6 Documentation: Recording of all phases of patient treatment to provide a

chronologic history of the patient’s total care.

Document all assessment data, diagnosis, treatment care plan,

treatments rendered, oral home care education and evaluations for the

patient’s permanent record

Record all findings in a legible, concise, and accurate manner

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Recognize the legal and ethical responsibilities of maintaining

accurate patient records as required by state law.

GOAL 3. The dental hygiene student/graduate will exhibit attributes of

professional growth and development.

Competencies:

3.1 Continuously perform self-assessment for life-long learning and professional

growth.

GOAL 4. The dental hygiene student/graduate will participate in

community service activities promoting oral health initiatives.

Competencies:

4.1 Advance dental hygiene and the dental profession through service activities

and affiliations with professional organizations.

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STANDARDS FOR CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE PRACTICE

SET FORTH BY THE AMERICAN DENTAL HYGIENISTS’ ASSOCIATION

These Standards provide a framework for clinical practice that focuses on the

provision of patient-centered comprehensive care. The Standards describe a

competent level of dental hygiene care as demonstrated by the critical thinking

model known as the process of care. As noted in various dental hygiene textbooks,

the five components of the dental hygiene process of care include assessment,

dental hygiene diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The dental

hygiene process encompasses all significant actions taken by dental hygienists, and

forms the foundation of clinical decision-making. This document expands the

process to include a sixth component, documentation.

It is the goal of this program to educate all dental hygiene students to competency

on these Standards.

STANDARDS OF PRACTICE

Standard 1: Assessment

Assessment is the systematic collection, analysis and documentation of the oral and

general health status and patient needs. The dental hygienist conducts a thorough,

individualized assessment of the person with or at risk for oral disease or

complications. The assessment process requires ongoing collection and

interpretation of relevant data. A variety of methods may be used including

radiographs, diagnostic tools, and instruments.

I. Patient History

a. Record personal profile information such as demographics, values and

beliefs, cultural influences, knowledge, skills and attitudes.

b. Record current and past dental and dental hygiene oral health practices.

c. Collection of health history data includes the patient’s:

1. Current and past health status

2. Diversity and cultural considerations (i.e. age, gender, religion,

race and ethnicity)

3. Pharmacologic considerations (e.g. prescription, recreational, over

the counter(OTC) and herbal medications)

4. Additional considerations (e.g. mental health, learning disabilities,

phobias, economic status)

5. Record vital signs and compare with previous readings

6. Consultation with appropriate healthcare provider(s) as indicated

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II. Perform a comprehensive clinical evaluation which includes:

a. A thorough examination of the head and neck and oral cancer screening,

evaluation of trauma and a temporomandibular joint (TMJ) assessment.

b. Evaluation for further diagnostics including radiographs.

c. A comprehensive periodontal evaluation that includes the documentation

of:

1. Full mouth periodontal charting:

Probing depths

Bleeding points

Suppuration

Mucogingival relationships/defects

Recession

Attachment level/attachment loss

2. Presence, degree and distribution of plaque and calculus

3. Gingival health/disease

4. Bone height/bone loss

5. Mobility and fremitus

6. Presence, location and extent of furcation involvement

d. A comprehensive hard tissue evaluation that includes the charting of

existing conditions and oral habits.

1. Demineralization

2. Caries

3. Defects

4. Sealants

5. Existing restorations and potential needs

6. Anomalies

7. Occlusion

8. Fixed and removable protheses

9. Missing teeth

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III. Risk Assessment:

Risk assessment is a qualitative and quantitative evaluation gathered from the

assessment process to identify any risks to general and oral health. The data

provides the clinician with the information to develop and design strategies for

preventing or limiting disease and promoting health.

Examples of factors that should be evaluated to determine the level of risk (high,

moderate, low):

a. Fluoride exposure

b. Tobacco exposure including smoking, smokeless/spit tobacco and second

hand smoke

c. Nutrition history and dietary practices

d. Systemic diseases/conditions (e.g. diabetes, cardiovascular disease,

autoimmune, etc)

e. Prescriptions and over-the-counter medications, and complementary

therapies and practices (e.g. fluoride, herbal, vitamin and other

supplements, daily aspirin)

f. Salivary function and xerostomia

g. Age and gender

h. Genetics and family history

i. Habitual and lifestyle behaviors

Cultural issues

Substance abuse (recreational drugs, alcohol)

Eating disorders

Piercing and body modification

Oral habits (citrus, toothpicks, lip/cheek biting)

Sports and recreation

j. Physical disability

k. Psychological and social considerations

Domestic violence

Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse

Behavioral

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Psychiatric

Special needs

Literacy

Economic

Stress

Neglect

Standard 2: Dental Hygiene Diagnosis

The dental hygiene diagnosis is a component of the overall dental diagnosis. The

dental hygiene diagnosis is the identification of an existing or potential oral health

problem that a dental hygienist is educationally qualified and licensed to treat. The

dental hygiene diagnosis requires analysis of all available assessment data and the

use of critical decision making skills in order to reach conclusions about the

patients’ dental hygiene treatment needs.

I. Analyze and interpret all assessment data to evaluate clinical findings and

II. Determine patient needs that can be improved through the delivery of dental

hygiene care.

III. Incorporate the dental hygiene diagnosis into the overall dental treatment

plan.

Standard 3: Planning

Planning is the establishment of goals and outcomes based on patient needs,

expectations, values, and current scientific evidence. The dental hygiene plan of

care is based on assessment findings and the dental hygiene diagnosis. The dental

hygiene treatment plan is integrated into the overall dental treatment plan. Dental

hygienists make clinical decisions within the context of ethical and legal principles.

I. Identify, prioritize and sequence dental hygiene intervention (e.g. education,

treatment, and referral).

II. Coordinate resources to facilitate comprehensive quality care (e.g. current

technologies, pain management, adequate personnel, appropriate

appointment sequencing and time management).

III. Collaborate with the dentist and other health/dental care providers and

community-based oral health programs.

IV. Present and document dental hygiene care plan to patient.

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V. Explain treatment rationale, risks, benefits, anticipated outcomes, treatment

alternatives, and prognosis.

VI. Obtain and document informed consent and/or informed refusal.

Standard 4: Implementation

Implementation is the delivery of dental hygiene services based on the dental

hygiene care plan in a manner minimizing risk and optimizing oral health.

I. Review and implement the dental hygiene care plan with the

patient/caregiver.

II. Modify the plan as necessary and obtain consent.

III. Communicate with patient/caregiver appropriate for age, language, culture

and learning style.

IV. Confirm the plan for continuing care.

Standard 5: Evaluation

Evaluation is the process of reviewing and documenting the outcomes of dental

hygiene care. Evaluation occurs throughout the process of care.

I. Use measurable assessment criteria to evaluate the outcomes of dental

hygiene care (e.g. probing, plaque control, bleeding points, retention of

sealants, etc.).

II. Communicate to the patient, dentist and other health/dental care providers

the outcomes of dental hygiene care.

III. Collaborate to determine the need for additional diagnostics, treatment,

referral, education and continuing care based on treatment outcomes and

self-care behaviors.

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Standard 6: Documentation

Documentation is the complete and accurate recording of all collected data,

treatment planned and provided, recommendations, and other information relevant

to patient care and treatment.

I. Documents all components of the dental hygiene process of care (assessment,

dental hygiene diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation).

II. Objectively records all information and interactions between the patient and

the practice (i.e. telephone calls, emergencies, prescriptions).

III. Records legible, concise and accurate information (i.e. dates and signatures,

clinical information that subsequent providers can understand, ensure all

components of the patient record are accurately labeled).

IV. Recognizes ethical and legal responsibilities of record keeping including

guidelines outlined in state regulations and statutes.

V. Ensures compliance with the federal Health Information Portability and

Accountability Act (HIPAA).

VI. Respects and protects the confidentiality of patient information.

Summary

The Standards for Clinical Dental Hygiene Practice is a resource for dental hygiene

practitioners seeking to provide patient-centered and evidence-based care. In

addition dental hygienists are encouraged to enhance their knowledge and skill

base to maintain continued competence. It is expected these Standards will be

modified based on emerging scientific evidence, federal and state regulations, and

changing disease patterns as well as other factors to assure quality care and safety.

Key Terms

Cultural and religious sensitivity: the ability to adjust one’s perceptions,

behaviors, and practice styles to effectively meet the needs of different ethnic, racial

or religious groups.

Dental Hygiene Care Plan: an organized presentation or list of interventions to

promote the health or prevent disease of the patient’s/client’s oral condition; plan is

designed by dental hygienists and consists of services that the dental hygienist is

educated and licensed to provide.

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Evidenced-based care: the integration of best research evidence with clinical

expertise and patient values

Intervention: dental hygiene services rendered to clients as identified in the

dental hygiene care plan. These services may be clinical, educational, or health

promotion related.

Multidisciplinary teams: a group of healthcare professionals and their client

who work together to achieve shared goals. The team can consist of the dental

hygienist, dentists, physician, nutritionist, smoking cessation counselor, nurse

practitioner, etc.

Outcome: result derived from a specific intervention or treatment.

Patient: refers to the potential or actual recipients of dental hygiene care, and

includes person, families, groups and communities of all ages, genders, socio-

cultural and economic states.

Patient-Centered: approaching services from the perspective that the

patient/client is the main focus of attention, interest, and activity; the

patient’s/client’s values, beliefs, and needs are of utmost importance in providing

care.

Risk: a characteristic, behavior, or exposure that is associated with a particular

disease, i.e. smoking, diabetes, or poor oral hygiene.

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THE ALLIED HEALTH DIVISION of HGTC

&

THE DENTAL HYGIENE PROGRAM

The Allied Health Division encompasses the following healthcare programs at

HGTC:

Department Degree Program

Dental Sciences

Diploma

Associate in Applied Science

Expanded Duty Dental

Assisting

Dental Hygiene

Medical Imaging

Certificate

Associate in Applied Science

Diagnostic Medical

Sonography

Limited General Radiologic

Technology

Nuclear Medicine

Technology

Radiological Technology

Nursing

Diploma

Associate in Applied Science

Practical Nursing

Nursing

Medical Sciences

Certificate

Diploma

Associate in Applied Science

Emergency Medical

Technician/Paramedic

Medical Coding and Billing

Phlebotomy

Surgical Technology

Pharmacy Technician

Emergency Medical

Technician

Physical Therapy Assistant

The Dental Hygiene Program offers an Associate of Applied Science Degree in

Dental Hygiene. The two-year program is designed to prepare graduates who will

be respected members of the dental health team, providing direct patient care

under the supervision of a dentist, in the detection and prevention of oral diseases.

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ACCREDITATION

Horry Georgetown Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of

Colleges and Schools.

The Dental Hygiene Program began in January 1998 and at the most recent site

visit in 2006, has achieved "Full Accreditation without Written Reports" status

from the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association,

a specialized accrediting body recognized by the council on Post Secondary

Accreditation and by the United States Department of Education. The primary

goal of this agency is to maintain and improve the quality of dental hygiene

education.

The accrediting body requests that each program provide the students and the

public with the opportunity to file complaints and/or grievances with the

Commission. The following is the stated policy:

“Each program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation will review

complaints that relate to a program’s quality and continued improvement of dental

and dental-related education programs but does not intervene on behalf of

individuals or act as a court of appeal for treatment received by patients or

individuals in matters of admission, appointment, promotion or dismissal of faculty,

staff or students."

A copy of the appropriate accreditation standards and/or the Commission’s policy

and procedure for submission of complaints may be obtained by contacting the

Commission at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611-2678 or by calling 1-

800-621-8099 extension 4653.

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PROGRAM FACILITIES

The Dental Hygiene Program is located in the Robert E. Speir Allied Health

Complex on the Grand Strand campus. Students receive their clinical education in

a brand new state-of-the-art dental facility that includes the following:

Fifteen hygiene dental chairs

Six dental assisting dental chairs (also to be utilized as a Community Dental

Clinic)

Seven intraoral radiographic units and one panoramic unit with a dedicated

room for processing digital radiographs

Six station radiographic viewing room fully equipped with computers and

monitors

Fully equipped sterilizing room for the prevention of disease transmission

and

Eighteen station Simulation Laboratory utilized for pre-clinical instruction

and continuing education

Eighteen station Dental Materials lab where students learn to take dental

impressions, pour study models, and fabricate whitening trays.

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DENTAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT

HONORS AND AWARDS

The Dental Hygiene and Expanded Duty Dental Assisting Programs have been

fortunate to receive the following awards since our beginning in 1998.

Mary Clary Award

This award is given to the outstanding Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting

student within the State of South Carolina. Each school submits a candidate who

then submits an extensive personal packet to the South Carolina Dental

Association. The candidates are interviewed by members of the Association and a

winner for Hygiene and Assisting is announced each year. Our Department has

won the following:

Dental Hygiene: 1999, 2001, 2002, 2009, 2012, 2013

Dental Assisting: 2001, 2004, 2007, 2008, 2010

Alpha Nu Sigma Service & Leadership Award

This award is presented at graduation and given by the College to a student or

students for their dedication and service to the community. This award was given

to the Dental Hygiene classes of 2002 and 2004 and the Expanded Duty Dental

Assisting class of 2008 for their community service with regards to dental health

education.

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ADMINISTRATION AND FULL-TIME FACULTY

Neyle Wilson, MEd. President

Building 100, Room 106

Marilyn Fore, PhD. Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs

Building 200, Room 114

Gregory Thompson, MS Vice President

Student Affairs

Student Services Building, Bldg. 1100

Philip Render, DMD Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs

Dean, Allied Health & Natural Resources

Speir Dental Annex, Room 1282J

Alice S. Derouen, RDH, MEd Chair, Dental Sciences Department

Director/Professor, Dental Hygiene Program

Speir Dental Annex, Room 1282F

Jamie A. Sawyer, CDA, RDH,

MEd

Professor, Dental Sciences

Speir Dental Annex, Room 1282H

Pamela L. Moyers, CDA, Expanded Duty Dental Assisting Program

BHS Director, Professor

Speir Dental Annex, Room 1282G

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ORGANIZATIONAL CHART HGTC DENTAL SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT

PRESIDENT

Mr. Neyle Wilson

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

Dr. Marilyn Fore ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Ms. Kathryn Dudley

ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS & DEAN

Dr. Philip Render

CHAIR, DENTAL SCIENCES DEPT. DIRECTOR, DENTAL HYGIENE

Ms. Alice Derouen

DENTAL HYGIENE PROGRAM FACULTY

Ms. Jamie Sawyer

DENTAL HYGIENE

Students

EXPANDED DUTY DENTAL ASSISTING

Students

EXPANDED DUTY DENTAL ASSISTING

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Ms. Pamela Moyers

OFFICE MANAGER

Ms. Noelle Whittaker

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ABOUT THE DENTAL SCIENCES FACULTY & STAFF

Alice S. Derouen, RDH, MEd

Full Time Dental Science Faculty

Chair, Dental Sciences Department

Director, Dental Hygiene Program

Mrs. Derouen was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana. She received her

Associate of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene and her Bachelor of Science in

Education at Indiana University. She received her Master's Degree in

Education from Loyola University, New Orleans. She has worked in private

practice for five years and has been in dental hygiene education at four

previous colleges and universities for 30 plus years.

Mrs. Derouen moved to Conway in 1997 to start the new program at HGTC.

She resides in Conway, SC with her husband, Thom. In her "spare" time, she

enjoys her two “4-legged children”, reading, gardening, and camping in their

RV.

Jamie A. Sawyer, CDA, RDH, MEd

Full Time Dental Science Faculty

Mrs. Sawyer grew up in Jacksonville, Florida. She received her Dental

Assisting certificate from Florida Junior College, her Dental Hygiene degree

from Florence Darlington Technical College in South Carolina, and her BS

degree in Allied Health Science from MUSC in Charleston, South Carolina.

She received a Master's Degree from the Citadel, in Charleston. She has been

in dental hygiene education for 30 plus years, most recently as Program

Director for Athens Technical College in Georgia.

Ms. Sawyer has two grown children, Sarah and Bryan, and resides in Myrtle

Beach, SC with her husband Tommy. In her “free” time, she enjoys boat racing

with her husband.

Pamela L. Moyers, CDA, AS, BHS

Full Time Dental Science Faculty

Dental Assisting Coordinator

Mrs. Moyers grew up in Summerville, South Carolina. She received her Dental

Assisting education from the Medical University of South Carolina while

attending Trident Technical College. Most recently, she received her Bachelor

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ABOUT THE DENTAL SCIENCES FACULTY/STAFF

(Continued ……)

of Health Science degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. Mrs.

Moyers has been a private practice dental assistant for 25 years in the Myrtle

Beach area until her recent employment at Horry-Georgetown Technical

College to start the new Dental Assisting Program in 1999.

Mrs. Moyers resides in Myrtle Beach with her husband Michael and enjoys her

two “4-legged children”, time in the garden, and traveling to the West each

summer.

Dr. Thomas Kelly

Associate Dental Science Faculty

Dr. Kelly was born and raised in Spartanburg, SC. He received his BS degree

from Wofford College, his DDS degree from Medical College of Virginia, and an

MS degree from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. He had his own

private practice in Spartanburg and then became associated with the VA

Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC where he was chief of Dental Services and

then retired as Chief of Staff of the Medical Center in 1999.

Dr. Kelly has been with our program since January 2000. He has taught

Radiology, Dental Materials, Pharmacology, and supervises the dental hygiene

clinic. We are very fortunate to have someone of Dr. Kelly's caliber teaching in

our Department.

In his spare time he loves to rebuild old cars and tractors and fish and hunt

with his grandchildren.

Dr. Ed Eckert, Jr.

Associate Dental Science Faculty

Dr. Ed Eckert grew up in Charleston, West Virginia. He received his BS

degree from Hampden-Sydney College, his DDS degree from West Virginia

University School of Dentistry, his internship at St. Agnes Hospital in

Baltimore, Maryland, and his SC Oral Surgery Residency at MUSC, SC.

Dr. Eckert was one of the first oral surgeons in Myrtle Beach and we are

fortunate to have him teach our Oral Pathology course each year.

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ABOUT THE DENTAL SCIENCES FACULTY/STAFF

(Continued ……)

Dr. Vance Shields

Associate Dental Science Faculty

Dr. Shields was born and raised in eastern North Carolina. He received his

BS degree from Hampden-Sydney College, and his dental degree from Emory

University. He is a pediatric dentist in Myrtle Beach treating the special

dental needs of children. Dr. Shields is one of the supervising dentists for our

dental hygiene clinic.

In his free time he enjoys golfing, fishing, snow skiing, and softball.

Dr. Thomas Rollar

Associate Dental Science Faculty

Dr. Rollar graduated from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec with a BS

degree and received his dental degree from the New Jersey Dental School.

He is a practicing oral surgeon in this area and teaches the Head and Neck

Anatomy course for the dental hygiene students.

Dr. Dan Miller, III

Associate Dental Science Faculty

Dr. Miller was born and raised in this area. He graduated from Waccamaw

High School, received his BS degree from Wofford College, and his dental

degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Miller is one of

the supervising dentists for our dental hygiene clinic.

He maintains a general dentistry practice with his father, Dr. Danny Miller,

Jr., in Surfside Beach.

Dr. Shawna Collins

Associate Dental Science Faculty

Dr. Collins graduated from Wofford College with her BS in Biology and MUSC

College of Dental Medicine with her DMD. She did her graduate residency

program at Richland Memorial Hospital in Columbia, SC. She has been a

practicing dentist for 15 years and has taught at Marquette University in

Wisconsin for 2 years.

Dr. Collins lives in Conway, SC with her husband, son and daughter.

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ABOUT THE DENTAL SCIENCES FACULTY/STAFF (Continued ……)

Ms. Dawnne Donovan, RDH, CDA, AS, BHS

Associate Dental Science Faculty

Ms. Donovan was born and raised in Florida. She received her Dental

Assisting certificate from Concord Career Institute in Florida and her

Associate of Health Science degree in Dental Hygiene from HGTC in 2001.

She just completed her BHS degree from MUSC this past May. Since

graduation, she has worked in private practice as well as a faculty member

within our Department.

She lives in Conway with her husband Brian and three sons Will, Tim and

Andy.

Ms. Ann Stalvey, RDH, BSDH

Associate Dental Science Faculty

Ms. Stalvey was born and raised in Conway, SC. She received her AS Degree

from Coastal Carolina University and her BS Degree in Dental Hygiene from the

Medical University of South Carolina. She was in full-time private practice for

ten years and continues her work on a part-time basis while teaching in our

programs. She is a clinical faculty member as well teaches the Nutrition course

for the Dental Hygiene students.

Ms. Stalvey has two children, Ronald and Taylor. In her spare time she enjoys

playing the piano and reading.

Ms. Denise Thompkins, RDH, BS

Associate Dental Science Faculty

Ms. Thompkins was born and raised in the area. She received her Associate

of Arts degree from HGTC. She later returned to HGTC and graduated from

the first dental hygiene class. She worked as a hygienist in a general

dentistry practice for seven years before venturing into a school dental

prevention program in Williamsburg and Georgetown counties. After three

years working in this program, she decided to further her education at

Coastal Carolina University where she was a member of the Beta Beta Beta

Biological Honor Society. She graduated with a BS in Biology. She continued

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ABOUT THE DENTAL SCIENCES FACULTY/STAFF (Continued ……)

to work part time as a dental hygienist while earning her BS degree and

joined the faculty of HGTC in 2010.

Ms. Thompkins currently resides in Georgetown with her husband of 15 years

and her two children, Karli and Devin Riley. She volunteers as an Upward

Coach for basketball. She enjoys spending time with family and friends. Her

special interests are interior decorating, reading, and going to the movies.

Ms. Noelle Whittaker

Office Manager

Ms. Whittaker joined our staff in 2005 and is the backbone of our department.

She is responsible for numerous duties (too many to list) that assist the

students, faculty and patients of our department. Noelle and her husband Al

and their two children Zack and Trevor moved to Conway from New York in

late 2005. She enjoys motorcycling, go-karting, roller derby and the great

outdoors.

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REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION, PROGRESSION,

READMISSION & GRADUATION

INTRODUCTION

The Dental Hygiene program prepares the student to provide direct patient care in

the detection and prevention of oral diseases under the supervision of a dentist as

required by law. The Dental Hygienist's major role is as an educator and includes

designing individualized dental hygiene patient treatment and education. The Dental

Hygienist is qualified to evaluate patient medical histories, take and record blood

pressure, chart conditions of periodontal disease and decay for diagnosis by the

dentist, conduct oral cancer screening examinations, educate the patient on the latest

techniques of oral home care and perform a thorough cleaning of the patients' teeth.

The Dental Hygienist is also qualified to apply sealants and fluoride for the

prevention of decay, expose and develop radiographs, and provide nutritional

counseling for dental patients.

Students in the Dental Hygiene Program will receive their education in a state-of-

the-art dental clinic located on campus under the direct supervision of licensed

dentists and hygienists.

Students ready for graduation from this program are eligible to take national and

state board licensure examinations. Upon successful completion of these

examinations, the dental hygienist will be licensed and recognized as a Registered

Dental Hygienist.

Career opportunities are readily available in a private dental practice, public health

departments, hospitals, industrial clinics, health insurance companies, research,

marketing, and dental hygiene education. The flexibility of working hours be it full

time or part-time employment, allows the dental hygienist to maintain a balance

between career and other personal goals. Financial rewards are excellent and the

work is challenging.

NOTE: Criminal background checks and drug testing are required of all

students enrolling in this program. Felony or misdeanor convictions could

result in applicants and/or students being ineligible for licensure following

completion the program. Please contact the Admissions Office for more

information.

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ACCEPTANCE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants will be accepted into the Dental Hygiene program by completing a

weighted admission form. Students with the highest scores will receive admission

to the program. A “wait list” of applicants will not be maintained for future

admission. An applicant who receives notification that he/she was not admitted to

the program must notify the Admission Office in writing by the program application

deadline date to be considered for admission to the next available class. Weighted

admission forms are available in the College’s Admissions office.

The following requirements for a completed application MUST be submitted to the

Admissions Office by the application deadline date:

1. Meet the criteria for admission to HGTC. This includes submission of

application fee; official high school transcript, including graduation date or copy

of GED; and official college transcripts.

2. Minimum placement test scores from one of the following tests: SAT, ACT, or

COMPASS (College placement test)

The Developmental Studies course sequence will be required if minimum

placement test scores are not achieved.

3. Transfer students must meet the College transfer student admission

requirements.

4. Completion of the four prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” or higher: BIO

210 Anatomy & Physiology I, CHM 105 General, Organic and Biochemistry,

CPT 101 Introduction to Computers, and ENG 101 English Composition I.

BIO 211 Anatomy & Physiology II and BIO 225 General Microbiology MUST be

completed by the end of Spring semester, First Year; otherwise, the student will

not be allowed to progress in the curriculum.

Some of the general education courses may have time limits, so please refer to

the transfer credit limit section in the catalog.

5. Students having failed a general education course twice will not be granted

admission into the Dental Hygiene program.

6. Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher in all required Dental Hygiene curriculum

courses. A minimum grade of “C” is required in all DHG courses.

7. Attend an information session with a Dental Hygiene faculty member and

obtain a signed statement verifying attendance.

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8. Complete 10 hours of clinical observation: 5 in a private dental office observing

the dental hygienist and 5 in the HGTC Dental Hygiene Clinic. (Observation

forms will be available at the information session).

9. Review and acknowledge the Technical Standards of the Dental Sciences

Department.

10. Payment of a non-refundable tuition deposit.

11. Completion of a criminal background check and a drug screening test. This will

be completed once the student has been officially accepted into the program.

There will a short window of time for the student to complete the check and

screening test. Dates and times will be on the students acceptance letter from

admissions.

12. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of admission to the

program.

COURSE SEQUENCE AND PROGRESSION FOLLOWING ADMISSION

1. Maintain a minimum grade of "C" in all Dental Hygiene curriculum courses.

Failure of one Dental Hygiene course or any part of a course

(lecture/laboratory/clinical) will result in the student being dropped from the

curriculum with eligibility for readmission the next time the course is offered.

Readmission will be on a space available basis and the student will also be

required to meet all admission requirements for readmission. (Refer to Re-

Acceptance section below).

2. Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

3. Submit evidence of and maintain current CPR certification (Healthcare provider)

throughout the Dental Hygiene curriculum.

4. Submit a completed Allied Health Division physical examination record at the

beginning of the curriculum.

5. Meet all course requirements, including attendance, according to the policies

stated in the course syllabus (required to pass each course). 100% attendance is a

goal that every student should strive for as there is a tremendous amount of

information that is provided during each lecture period.

6. Certain general education courses have credit time limits. For the Associate

Degree in Dental Hygiene, the following course time limits apply: DHG courses –

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2-years, BIO 210, 211, and 225 – 5 years, Math courses – 10 years. (Refer to the

transfer credit time limit section of the College catalog).

RE-ACCEPTANCE POLICIES

A student may not be readmitted to the Dental Hygiene program more than

once. Each candidate for readmission to the Dental Hygiene program will

be considered on the basis of space availability in both theory and clinical

courses. Students who receive a W, D, or F in the curriculum course may

request consideration for readmission to the Dental Hygiene Program.

Readmission is not automatic. The following policies and procedures for

readmission must be followed:

1. Submit a written request to the Dental Hygiene Director.

2. Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher to include all curriculum and general

education courses within the major.

3. Schedule and attend a conference with the Dental Hygiene Director to discuss the

student's written plan of activities related to successful completion of the

program.

4. Dental Hygiene courses older than two years will not be accepted.

NOTE: Students readmitted to the curriculum will be expected to update

competencies prior to re-entering the program. The Department Chair in

collaboration with the entire Dental Science faculty makes decisions

regarding readmission of students to the Dental Hygiene program.

TRANSFER POLICIES

Students seeking transfer of credit from Dental Hygiene programs at other

institutions will be considered on an individual, space available basis. Candidates for

transfer must:

1. Submit a written request to the Dental Hygiene Department Chair.

2. Meet all requirements for the completed application to the Dental Hygiene

program.

3. Meet all minimum requirements for acceptance to the Dental Hygiene program.

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4. Not have repeated a Dental Hygiene course more than once.

5. Not have repeated a Dental Hygiene curriculum general education course more

than twice.

6. Have earned a grade of "C" or better in all Dental Hygiene and support courses

taken at the institution from which he/she is seeking transfer credit.

7. Submit a letter of recommendation from the previous Dental Hygiene program.

8. Complete at least the last two semesters in the Dental Hygiene program in order

to receive a Dental Hygiene degree from Horry Georgetown Technical College.

NOTE: Students transferring to the Dental Hygiene program may be expected to

update competencies prior to entering the program or retake the dental

hygiene courses.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT

The Dental Hygiene program does not currently admit advanced placement students.

GRADUATION POLICIES

The following must be completed for the student to graduate from Horry-Georgetown

Technical College:

1. Successful completion of all courses in the Dental Hygiene curriculum with a

grade of "C" or better.

2. Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

3. All fees and financial obligations due the College must be paid.

4. An "Application for Degree" must be filed with the Registrar one semester prior

to graduation with a nonrefundable $25.00 fee.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS REQUIRED OF STUDENTS

FOR ADMISSION AND PROGRESSION IN THE DENTAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT

Applicants/students MUST be able to perform these essential functions. For those applicants requesting reasonable

accommodations such as compensatory techniques and/or assistive devices, you MUST also be able to demonstrate

the ability to become proficient in these essential functions.

If your ability to perform these essential functions depends on accommodations being provided, be advised that

requests for accommodations must be presented to "Services for Students with Disabilities", and must be

accompanied by appropriate medical, psychological and/or psychiatric documentation to support this request.

Students who need accommodations should contact Ms. Laura Milling, Counselor for Students with Disabilities,

Conway campus, at 843-349-5349.

ESSENTIAL

FUNCTION

TECHNICAL

STANDARD

SOME EXAMPLES OF NECESSARY

ACTIVITIES

Physical

Requirements

Must have use of both hands and dexterity in

the fingers; body build must fit into dental

operator’s stool; use of feet.

Proper manipulation of dental instruments, materials,

and dental hand pieces; proper manipulation of foot

pedals to activate hand pieces and other dental

equipment.

Data Conception Must have the ability to gather, classify, and

interpret information regarding patients or

things, must be able to carry out appropriate

actions in relation to the data received.

Proper interpretation of data given in the medical

history and coordination of patient treatment with

regards to the data.

Color

Discrimination

Must be able to differentiate various shades of

colors in a limited environment and space in

the oral cavity.

Recognition of changes in the oral cavity from normal

to abnormal with regards to tissue color.

Manual

Dexterity/Motor

Coordination

Must have excellent eye-hand coordination

and manual dexterity.

Manipulating dental instruments in a small area to

discern changes in surface texture without causing

tissue trauma, controlling pressure exerted by dental

hand pieces on dental tissue.

Physical

Communication

Must be able to perceive sound. Talking to patients on the telephone, hearing

commands through operator’s face mask, discerning

blood pressure sounds through a stethoscope.

Reasoning

Development

Must be able to apply principles of logical or

scientific thinking to define problems, collect

data, establish facts, and draw valid

conclusions.

Interpreting knowledge that has been learned in the

classroom towards patient treatment.

Visual Acuity Must be able to see minute, detailed shapes

from a 2 foot distance.

Identification of working ends of dental instruments

and other dental implements.

Language

Development

Must be able to read and comprehend

complex information; able to communicate

the same type of information through speech

and in writing.

Communication to patients of technical information in

a clear concise manner at an understandable level.

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ESSENTIAL

FUNCTION

TECHNICAL

STANDARD

SOME EXAMPLES OF NECESSARY

ACTIVITIES

Numerical Ability Must be able to determine percentages,

convert fractions, ratios, and proportions as

well as basic mathematical skills.

Calculation of percentages with regard to plaque

indices, counting of teeth.

Form/Spatial Ability Must be able to view in 3-demensional

relationships, distinguish subtle changes from

one form or shape to another, discriminate

intricate measurements.

Visualize tooth morphology during subgingival scaling

procedures, read probe readings during periodontal

charting.

Personal

Temperament

Must be able to maintain a professional

attitude and appearance, deal with stress,

adapt to change, and function and focus in an

environment with multiple extraneous stimuli.

Progress through a rigorous, challenging curriculum

that is stressful, while maintaining a professional

attitude and appearance when treating patients in an

open-bay clinic that will have some noise and

interruption.

NOTE: Students with documented disabilities through the Student

Disability Center of HGTC should inform their Course

Professor at the beginning of each course to allow for

accommodations for testing, note taking, etc.

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DENTAL HYGIENE CURRICULUM Students interested in transferring to a senior institution may elect to take the following

courses: MAT 110 in lieu of MAT 101 and CHM 110 in lieu of CHM 105. BIO 210 has a pre-

requisite of BIO 101 or CHM 110. CHM 110 can be substituted for CHM 105. BIO 211 and

BIO 225 MUST be completed by the end of the Spring Semester, First Year; otherwise the

student will not be allowed to continue in the curriculum.

C L CR PRE-REQUISITES FOR ADMISSION BIO 210 Anatomy & Physiology I 3 3 4 CHM 105

Eng

General, Organic, & Biochemistry 3 3 4 ENG 101 English Composition 3 0 3 CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 0 3 12 6 14 FIRST SEMESTER (Fall 1st Year) BIO 211 Anatomy & Physiology II 3 3 4 BIO 225 General Microbiology 3 3 4 AHS 113 Head & Neck Anatomy 1 0 1 DHG 125 Tooth Morphology & Histology 1 3 2 DHG 151 Dental Hygiene Principles 3 6 5 11 15 16 SECOND SEMESTER (Spring 1st Year) DHG 121 Dental Radiography 2 3 3 DHG 141 Periodontology 1 3 2 DHG 165 Clinical Dental Hygiene I 2 9 5 DHG 243 Nutrition 2 0 2 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 0 3 10 15 15 THIRD SEMESTER (Summer 1st Year) DHG 175 Clinical Dental Hygiene II 2 9 5 DHG 239 Dental Assisting for Dental Hygienists 1 3 2 MAT 101 Beginning Algebra 3 0 3 PSY 201 General Psychology 3 0 3 9 12 13 FOURTH SEMESTER (Fall 2nd Year) DHG 140 General & Oral Pathology 2 0 2 DHG 143 Dental Pharmacology 2 0 2 DHG 230 Public Health Dentistry 2 3 3 DHG 241 Integrated Dental Hygiene I 0 3 1 DHG 255 Clinical Dental Hygiene III 1 12 5 7 18 13 FIFTH SEMESTER (Spring 2nd Year)

Year)

DHG 242 Integrated Dental Hygiene II 0 3 1 DHG 265 Clinical Dental Hygiene IV 0 15 5 SOC 201 Introduction to Sociology 3 0 3 Humanities (Choose from existing list of accepted courses) 3 0 3 6 18 12

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS IN CURRICULUM: 83

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COURSES SATISFYING THE

HUMANITIES REQUIREMENT

Art Appreciation Series ART 101, 105 or 108

English Series ENG 201, 202, 203, 205, 206, 208, 209, 214, 218, 222, 224, 230, 236, or 260

Foreign Language Series FRE 201 or 202, GER 201or 202, SPA 201 or 202

History Series

HIS 101, 102, 201,202 or 214

Philosophy Series

PHI 101, 105 or 110 or 201

Religion Series

REL 101 or 103

MUS 105

THE 101

NOTE: All of the above courses are transferable to an institution of

higher learning within the State of South Carolina.

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EXPENSE STATEMENT FOR ENTERING DENTAL

HYGIENE STUDENTS

The following are the major expenses that a student will incur during enrollment

in the dental hygiene curriculum. Please keep in mind that these figures are only

approximations; additional expenses may be incurred, and due dates for

expenditures may occur earlier than semester costs indicate.

Students will also be required to purchase items such as gloves, face masks,

disposable gowns, and other minor clinical items necessary for patient treatment.

Vendor names may be obtained from the program office.

ITEMS

APPROXIMATE

COST

NEED PRIOR TO STARTING CLASSES:

Complete medical examination (form provided by program)

Evidence of negative PPD (TB skin test) or negative chest x-ray

CPR Certification (Must be Healthcare Provider and must be kept

current throughout the entire curriculum).

Hepatitis Vaccine (Must have all 3 shots)

TOTAL COST

$75.00

20.00

40.00

150.00

$285.00

FIRST SEMESTER, FALL FIRST YEAR

Tuition (Horry & Georgetown County residents)

Books

Liability Insurance

Student Activity Fee

Technology Fee

Parking Fee

Instrument Kit

Magnification Loupes

Items for Pre-clinic (gloves, glasses, face masks, disposable gowns,

disinfecting wipes, etc.)

Uniforms and clinic shoes

Name tags (2)

Student Association Dues

TOTAL COST

$1661.00

700.00

5.00

24.00

50.00

35.00

1000.00

800.00

100.00

300.00

16.00

85.00

$4770.00

SECOND SEMESTER, SPRING FIRST YEAR

Tuition (Horry & Georgetown County residents)

Books

Liability Insurance

Student Activity Fee

Technology Fee

Parking Fee

Stethoscope and Blood Pressure Kit

Radiology Instrument Kit

1 Set of Phosphor Plates

Items for Clinic (gloves, face masks, disposable gowns, etc.)

TOTAL COST

$1661.00

500.00

5.00

24.00

50.00

35.00

47.00

300.00

50.00

$2672.00

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THIRD SEMESTER, SUMMER

Tuition (Horry & Georgetown County residents)

Books

Liability Insurance

Student Activity Fee

Technology Fee

Parking Fee

Items for Clinic (gloves, face masks, disposable gowns, disinfecting

wipes, etc.)

TOTAL COST

$1661.00

100.00

5.00

24.00

50.00

35.00

50.00

$1925.00

FOURTH SEMESTER, FALL SECOND YEAR

Tuition (Horry & Georgetown County residents)

Books

Liability Insurance

Student Activity Fee

Technology Fee

Parking Fee

Ultrasonic tips and Cassettes

Items for Clinic (gloves, face masks, disposable gowns, disinfecting

wipes, etc.)

Student Association Dues

National Board Review Course Registration Fee

TOTAL COST

$1661.00

300.00

5.00

24.00

50.00

35.00

300.00

50.00

85.00

400.00

$2910.00

FIFTH SEMESTER, SPRING SECOND YEAR

Tuition (Horry & Georgetown County residents)

Books

Liability Insurance

Student Activity Fee

Technology Fee

Parking Fee

Instruments (optional)

Items for Clinic (gloves, face masks, disposable gowns, disinfecting

wipes, etc.)

National Board Review Course held in Atlanta

Hotel & Meals for 3 nights (students sharing rooms)

Transportation to Atlanta

National Board Licensing Exam Fee

Clinical Board Licensing Exam

Registration Fee

Facility Usage Fee

Instrument Rental

Hotel for student and patient

Meals for student and patient

1 box of film for patient x-rays

South Carolina Dental Hygiene License Fee

Application for Graduation Fee

Dental Hygiene Pin

Dental Hygiene Class Picture

TOTAL COST

TOTAL COST FOR TWO YEARS

$1661.00

150.00

5.00

24.00

50.00

35.00

160.00

50.00

300.00

100.00

400.00

940.00

100.00

100.00

300.00

60.00

57.00

150.00

25.00

50.00

50.00

$4767.00

$17,329.00

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DENTAL HYGIENE REQUIRED BOOK LIST (Subject to Change)

It is recommended that you do not sell your books until AFTER successful

completion of both licensing examinations. All books will be the most current

edition available. This may change from year to year, buying used books may

not be the best solution to lower textbook costs.

FIRST SEMESTER (Fall 1st Year)

AHS 113 Head and Neck Anatomy

Fehrenbach & Herring, Anatomy of the Head and Neck

DHG 125 Tooth Morphology and Histology

Bath-Balogh & Fehrenbach, Dental Embryology, Histology, & Anatomy

DHG 151 Pre-Clinical Dental Hygiene

Wilkins, Clinic Practice for the Dental Hygienist

Wyche, Wilkins; Student Workbook to Accompany Wilkins text

Nield, Fundamentals of Periodontal Instrumentation

Nield-Gehrig, Patient Assessment Tutorials

Horry-Georgetown Technical College Dental Hygiene Clinic Manual

SECOND SEMESTER (Spring 1st Year)

DHG 121 Dental Radiography

Haring & Lind, Dental Radiography Principles and Techniques

DHG 141 Periodontology

Nield-Gehrig, Foundations of Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist

DHG 243 Nutrition

Stroda, Nutrition for a Healthy Mouth

DHG 165 Clinical Dental Hygiene I

(Same books as for DHG 151)

THIRD SEMESTER (Summer 1st Year)

DHG 175 Clinical Dental Hygiene II

(Same books as for DHG 165 and 151)

Jeske, Mosby’s Dental Drug Reference

DHG 239 Dental Assisting for Dental Hygienists

Gladwyn & Bagby, Clinical Aspects of Dental Materials: Theory, Practice and

Cases

FOURTH SEMESTER (Fall 2nd Year)

DHG 140 General and Oral Pathology

Ibsen & Phelan, Oral Pathology for the Dental Hygienist

DHG 230 Public Health Dentistry

Nathe, Dental Public Health Contemporary Practice for the Dental

Hygienist

DHG 143 Dental Pharmacology

Haveles, Pharmacology for Dental Hygiene Practice

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DHG 241 Integrated Dental Hygiene I

Bassett, Local Anesthesia for Dental Professionals

DHG 255 Clinical Dental Hygiene III

Same books as for DHG 175

FIFTH SEMESTER (Spring 2nd Year)

DHG 242 Integrated Dental Hygiene II

Kimbrough, Ethics, Jurisprudence, & Practice Management

DHG 265 Clinical Dental Hygiene IV (No books required)

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FINANCIAL AID

The student financial aid program at the college provides financial assistance

to students who without such help would be unable to attend Horry-

Georgetown Technical College. Financial aid is awarded on the basis of

financial need, academic ability and leadership, or a combination of these

items.

Students wishing to apply for any type of assistance should apply for “financial

aid” rather than for a specific scholarship, loan, or job. Application blanks may

be secured by contacting the Director of Financial Aid. ALL STUDENTS

SHOULD APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID EVEN IF YOU FEEL THAT YOU

DO NOT QUALIFY. SOME FORM OF ASSISTANCE MAY BE

AVAILABLE THAT YOU ARE NOT AWARE OF. Scholarships may become

available from various dental associations with some basing qualifications on

financial need. To be eligible for any scholarships, students must have

completed and have on file in the financial aid office a completed and current

financial aid form. Students not having this completed will not be considered

for scholarships/loans.

SEMESTER COURSE SCHEDULES

Although the Dental Hygiene Program is essentially a day program, there may

be some semesters that will have a required hygiene course scheduled during

evening hours. Each student will be given a semester schedule during early

registration so plans can be made accordingly for part-time employment and/or

family responsibilities.

STUDENT ADVISING

The Dental Hygiene faculty will be available in their offices during their eight

posted office hours per week. These hours are available on WaveNet and are

also posted outside of the faculty member’s office. Should a student not be

available during these times, sessions can be schedule by appointment only.

Students should try to make appointments for all of their sessions and notify

the faculty member if he/she is unable to keep the appointment.

Students are encouraged to maintain an open line of communication with their

instructors. The faculty are here to guide students both academically and

personally. Students in the dental hygiene program are free to select the

faculty member with whom they feel most comfortable.

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ACADEMIC POLICIES

GRADING SCALES

The Dental Hygiene Program may have a stricter grading scale than other

departments in the college community. This is due to the fact that both the National

Board Examination and most State Board Examinations set 75% as their passing

rate. To keep in line with these guidelines and to better prepare our students for

these examinations, the program utilizes the following grading scales:

Didactic Scale Clinical Scale

A= 100-93 A= 100-95

B= 92-85 B= 94-88

C= 84-77 C= 87-78

D= 76-69 D= 77-70

F= 0- 68 F= 0- 69

The clinical grading scale is more strict than the didactic/ lecture grading scale

because each clinical function in the patient treatment sequence is taught to clinical

competency.

COURSE COMPLETION

Several of the Dental Hygiene courses are lecture and laboratory/clinical combined.

For these courses the student MUST pass both the laboratory/clinical and the lecture

section of the course with a grade of "C" or better. If either of the sections is below the

required "C" grade, the student will not be allowed to progress in the Dental Hygiene

curriculum and must reapply for admission to the next class. Please note that the

student's grade sheet may indicate a combined grade that indicates a grade of "C" or

higher; however, if one of the sections was below a "C", the student will still be

dropped from the curriculum.

INCOMPLETE POLICY

Incompletes will be given for clinical courses only. This usually occurs when a

student has not completed the required number of patients due to excessive

cancellations, the patient did not want to return, or other extenuating circumstances.

If this occurs, the student will receive a grade of "I". The incomplete must be made

up by the end of the next semester or the grade will automatically turn to an "F".

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A STUDENT WILL BE ALLOWED ONLY 1 INCOMPLETE DURING THE

DENTAL HYGIENE CURRICULUM. THE STUDENT WILL NOT BE

CARRIED IN THE PROGRAM SEMESTER TO SEMESTER FOR

INCOMPLETE CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS.

REMEDIATION/ENRICHMENT POLICY

Faculty are available to students for remediation/enrichment during the semester.

At times, the student will be requested to spend additional hours outside of class

time to work on clinical skills, etc. for improvement. It is recommended that the

student seek help early in the semester so there will be enough time to improve the

grade. STUDENTS WHO DO NOT MEET THE MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR

THE COURSE WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PROGRESS IN THE DENTAL

HYGIENE CURRICULUM.

Students not achieving a 77% or higher on their exams will be required

to meet with their course instructor(s) to explore alternative methods to

improve their academic performance. This may include attending

sessions at the HGTC Student Success and Technology Center on test

taking skills, study skills, etc.

Records of all remediation/enrichment sessions will be kept in the

student’s file.

WITHDRAWALS

The College maintains that it is the responsibility of the student to apply for

honorable withdrawal. This protects the student’s records, his/her right to re-enroll

and the right to transfer credits. The academic calendar shows each of the dates

mentioned below.

Students needing to withdraw from a course or courses must do so on WaveNet, on

the College website, if prior to the two-thirds point of the semester.

During the add/drop period for the term, the student will perform a Web Drop. If

student withdraws during this period, class(es) do not appear on the transcript and

no tuition is charged. After the add/drop period and before two-thirds points for the

term, the student may perform a withdrawal which results in a grade of “W”.;

After the two-thirds point, a student will receive a “W” if passing the course on the

date last attended, or “WF” if failing the course on the last date attended.

After the two-thirds point, the withdrawal grade of “W” (passing) or “WF” will be

assigned by the course instructor. Students should contact the course instructor to

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initiate withdrawal after the two-thirds point. Students should discuss their

withdrawal plans and the grade with the instructor(s) prior to withdrawal.

Because changes in course loads impact financial aid, veteran’s benefits and other

enrollment-related financial situations, it is important that students who anticipate

withdrawing from a course(s) investigate the impact of this withdrawal with the

appropriate College office. Students who do not attend or withdraw from classes may

be required to repay funds allocated for financial assistance for tuition, books, etc.

NOTE: If a Dental Hygiene student elects to drop any of the Dental Hygiene

courses, the student will automatically be dropped from the Dental

Hygiene curriculum. Due to courses being in a sequential order, the

next time the course will be offered is one year from the time the

student withdrew. The student may remain at the college to take

general education courses required in the Dental Hygiene curriculum;

however, the student must re-apply for admission to the program the

next Fall Semester. Readmission will be on a space available basis.

(Refer to Readmission Policies) If a student decides to withdraw from

the program, it must be done officially by notifying the Department

Chair and the Registrar's office. The proper paperwork must be

completed; otherwise, the student will receive a grade of "F" for each

course in which he/she was enrolled. These grades will not be erased

from the student's records and the resulting GPA will be very difficult to

raise.

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ATTENDANCE POLICY

1. REGULAR ATTENDANCE IN ALL LECTURES, LABORATORIES

AND CLINICAL SESSIONS IS A STUDENT'S OBLIGATION AND IS

MANDATORY.

2. Attendance will be taken when the class is scheduled to begin. If the student

is not present when roll is taken, an absence will be recorded. The student

will be withdrawn from the course for “Excessive Absences” once the total

number of hours for absence has been recorded.

3. Students should call the Faculty member and notify him/her if they are going

to be late or absent from class. Upon the student's return to campus, a written

excuse must be personally presented to the course instructor.

4. Students are expected to be present for all tests. No student has a right to a

make-up test. Make-up tests will be provided only in those exceptional cases

where the student is able to provide clear and convincing evidence of a severe

illness or emergency. The burden of proof rests with the student requesting

the make-up test. If you have an exceptional circumstance and are going to

miss an exam, you must call the instructor before the class meets. The final

decision on whether or not to allow a make-up test is at the instructor's

discretion. If make-up examinations are given, the highest obtainable score

will be a 92% with an excused or unexcused absence.

If a student has a test in the afternoon, is absent in the morning, and shows

up for the afternoon test, the student will still be considered absent for the

entire day and the grade will be based on the 92%.

Students will not be allowed to take tests early.

5. If the instructor is not present at the time the class or lab is due to begin, the

students will remain in the room until instructed to leave by the program

director or another instructor. "Walking" a class is not allowed.

6. If the student fails to report a clinical absence or provide a written excuse for

the absence, 5 points will be deducted from the FINAL grade for each patient

appointment missed.

7. Further information about attendance policies for courses will be found in the

course syllabi for each course.

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8. Personal, medical, and dental appointments, except emergencies, MUST NOT

be made during scheduled clinic sessions.

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CLINICAL DRESS GUIDELINES

ALL STUDENTS WILL BE EXPECTED TO FOLLOW THE STATED

PROGRAM GUIDELINES FOR CLINICAL DRESS. The dress regulations

for the dental hygiene clinic have been established to promote maximum

infection control for all clinical operations and present the most professional

appearance for the dental hygiene student. Student and faculty/staff adherence

is expected. Anyone not adhering to the following guidelines will be asked to

leave the clinic area and remedy the problem with a deduction points

corresponding to the appropriate section on the grade sheet. If the problem

cannot be resolved, the student will receive one unexcused absence for the

infraction. THESE GUIDELINES APPLY WHENEVER THE STUDENT IS

WEARING A UNIFORM, EVEN IF IT IS DURING CLASSTIME!

1. The designated clinic uniform must be a cotton/poly blend and will meet the

following guidelines: Uniforms must be clean, neatly pressed, and of proper

fit with the appropriate undergarments. Scrub tops will be pull-over style.

NO T-SHIRTS OR SHIRTS OF ANY KIND SHOULD BE WORN

UNDER THE SCRUB TOP.

Scrub Top: Pull-Over (no button or snap front tops)

Camisole or tank top can be worn for warmth as long as it cannot

be seen at neck and sleeves.

Must be long enough to cover the top of the uniform pants when

seated

Scrub Jacket: Round neck with long sleeves that are cuffed

This will be worn to and from school over the uniform or when

giving professional presentations.

Scrub pants:

Hemmed to proper length so they will not touch the floor

Pant legs cannot be rolled up

No sweat or stretch pants

No ribbed band on the cuff

Clinic jacket/overjacket: (Will be ordered through the school)

Will be worn during patient treatment only

MUST meet OSHA requirements with long sleeves that are cuffed,

round necks and knee length

MUST be fluid resistant

MUST be laundered and kept at school.

MUST NOT be worn outside of the clinical facility.

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2. White clinic shoes or leather tennis shoes are to be worn with uniforms.

Shoes must be cleaned and polished including the heels and side of soles.

White leather clogs are acceptable. Shoelaces must be clean.

3. Hair must be off the collar and away from the face. Bangs MUST NOT fall into

the eyes and obscure vision. Long hair must be put up in a neat manner or worn

in a washable lace net. Barrettes or headbands matching hair color may be worn.

Ponytails MUST be secured and not allowed to hang down. Scrunchies the color of

the hair or matching the uniform may be worn around the secured bun. Extreme

hair colors and hairstyles will not be allowed. If hair does not meet the

regulations, the student MUST wear a clinical hair covering. NO OTHER HAIR

COVERING WILL BE ALLOWED.

5. Hose should be white, clean, and without runs. Trouser socks or white cotton

socks should be long enough to avoid showing bare legs. Heavy white socks and

ankle socks are not acceptable as part of the clinic uniform.

6. Nails MUST be clean, short (when your hand is held up toward the light with

palm toward you, the nails should not extend beyond the end of the fingers), and

polish free. False nails must not be worn. Even though gloves are being worn,

micro-pores do exist in the gloves and bacteria could penetrate and cause a serious

infection around the false nails. This can also happen if there are any cuts on the

cuticle or hand area.

7. Jewelry

a. SMALL single, solid design stud earrings in gold, silver, or pearl may

be worn. Gem stone settings will collect and harbor microbes during

aerosol production. (ONLY 1 EARRING PER EARLOBE IS

ALLOWED). HOOP EARRINGS OF ANY STYLE/SIZE ARE NOT

ALLOWED.

b. NO OTHER PIERCINGS OF ANY KIND ARE TO BE WORN IN

THE CLINICAL AREA. THIS INCLUDES PIERCINGS IN THE

NOSE, TONGUE, EYEBROW, etc.

b. Gem rings must not be worn. A metal wedding band is permitted as

long it is smooth and will not puncture gloves.

c. Watches can be worn if they are completely covered by gloves.

Waterproof watches are recommended.

8. Name tags will be worn at all times. If lost, contact Department Chair.

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9. When not in uniform, the clinic jacket/coat must be worn during all laboratory

and clinic sessions. If a student needs to enter the clinic when patients

are being seen, this jacket must be worn over street clothes. This rule

also applies when taking x-rays during non-clinic times.

10. Perfume, scented lotions and sprays should NOT be worn during clinic

sessions. The fragrance may be pleasant to you, but may not be pleasing to the

patient. Also, some patients are highly allergic to fragrances.

11. Students with tattoos must have them covered during clinical experiences.

12. Chewing gum and/or tobacco products are not allowed during

clinical/laboratory experiences. A uniform that smells of smoke is offensive to

patients – remember, you are a dental healthcare professional and should be a

setting an example. Students will be asked to change uniforms or leave the

clinic with an unexcused absence if tobacco odor is noticed.

13. Make-up should be in moderation for clinic sessions.

14. No sweaters/sweatshirts are to be worn over uniforms in clinic. Scrub jackets

are for this purpose.

15. SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE PROTECTION OR FACE SHIELDS

ARE TO BE CONSIDERED PART OF THE CLINICIAN'S UNIFORM

AND MUST BE WORN DURING ALL LABORATORY AND CLINICAL

SESSIONS.

NOTE: When in uniform, whether on or off of the clinical floor, ALL

dress regulations still apply.

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STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY

While enrolled in Horry-Georgetown Technical College and the Dental

Sciences Department, it is the student’s responsibility to:

Take ownership and responsibility for one’s learning.

Complete assignments

Manage your time responsibly

Be prepared to participate in learning

Put forth an effort to learn

Ask questions

Take responsibility for one’s actions

Maintain scholastic honesty

Students must have the understanding that all course

material CANNOT be covered during lecture/laboratory time.

Students MUST be responsible for self-directed learning of

the material outside of class time

Students MUST be responsible to read and understand

course assignments.

Students MUST be willing to enhance course material with

additional student-initiated research as appropriate.

Show respect for others.

Give complete attention and listen while others are talking

Avoid arguing with instructor and classmates

Avoid confrontations with others during classroom

discussions

Respect the opinions of others

Keep conversations and questions focused on relevant course

issues

Avoid threatening behavior toward students and professors

Use appropriate language

TURN OFF ELECTRONIC DEVICES SUCH AS CELL

PHONES AND PAGERS WHILE IN CLASS.

Engage in classroom activities.

Avoid sleeping

Actively participate

Avoid doing personal work or other class assignments

Exhibit a positive attitude and interest in the class

Use personal computers for note-taking only

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Exhibit respect for college property.

Use equipment with care

Avoid eating and drinking in classrooms where prohibited

Keep desk areas neat and clean

Be in the classroom at the start of class and stay until class

is over

Show respect for authority.

Exhibit cooperation with the professor

Avoid comments that show disrespect for the professor and

their knowledge

Select appropriate times to inquire about academic

performance which may be outside the classroom

Address professors as “Professor”, Dr., Mr., Mrs. or Ms. and

not by their first or last name

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ACADEMIC HONESTY

The faculty believes that dental hygienists must maintain a high level of integrity.

Honesty, fairness, respect, and trust demonstrate integrity. Deception for personal

gain would demonstrate a lack of integrity, and is against the standards established

in dental hygiene. Deception for personal gain includes, but is not limited to,

cheating, plagiarism, and misrepresentation.

Cheating is defined as the giving or taking of information during a test, using crib

sheets or any other type of illegal information during a test, or altering or fabricating

any course work (examinations, written reports, care plans, patient records, etc.) for

self gain or for the benefit of others.

Plagiarism is defined as the act of copying, stealing, or using another person's ideas

or words as one's own without giving credit to the source. This applies to any work

that is taken from texts and/or internet research.

Misrepresentation is defined as work submitted improperly or falsely to meet course

requirements.

Any violation of academic honesty may result in dismissal from the dental hygiene

program with no option to re-enter the program.

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PROGRAM ACTIVITIES

STUDENT ORIENTATION

Prior to classes starting each Fall Semester, the Dental Hygiene program schedules

a new student orientation to acquaint the students with the rules and regulations of

the program. At this time, students have the opportunity to meet and talk with

their classmates and faculty.

PINNING AND AWARDS CEREMONY

At the end of the last semester and before graduation, the graduating students will

be honored at an Honors and Awards ceremony.

At this ceremony, awards from the College and dental companies will be presented

to students along with their graduation pins. Both the first and second year classes

participate in this event.

The following awards are presented at this ceremony:

Scholastic Achievement Award - goes to that student who has maintained

the highest GPA throughout the entire curriculum

Outstanding Clinician Award (Hu-Friedy Golden Scaler Award)- goes

to that student who has maintained the highest grades in overall patient care

throughout the entire curriculum

STAR Award (Student Total Achievement Recognition) - compliments

of Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals; goes to that student who has demonstrated

the most dedication to the dental hygiene profession by excelling both

academically and clinically, as well as promoting community service

Preventive Oral Health Care Award - compliments of Procter and

Gamble, goes to that student who has demonstrated excellence in educating

patients towards optimum oral health care

Thomas W. Kelly, Jr. Excellence in Radiology Award - goes to that

student who has demonstrated excellence in taking radiographs throughout

the entire curriculum

Edward Eckert, Jr. Oral Diagnosis Award - goes to that student who has

demonstrated excellence in the recognition of patients' oral conditions

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Program Director’s Award – goes to that student who has demonstrated

exceptional behavior above and beyond what is required throughout the

curriculum

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STUDENT ORGANIZATION

The student affiliate of the American Dental Hygienists' Association is called

SADHA, Student American Dental Hygienists' Association. The student organization

prepares the student to assume roles in their professional organization following

graduation. Members of the student group work together to raise funds to attend

dental conferences and other various functions as well as participating in community

service projects.

The group has participated in the following events and projects:

Attending the Annual Dental Hygiene Symposium sponsored by the South

Carolina Dental Hygienists’ Association

Attending the Annual Student State Dental Hygienists’ Association meeting

Attending the Annual South Carolina Dental Association Meeting held in

Myrtle Beach each year

Holding fundraisers to earn money to attend these meetings;

Pizza and donut sales

T-shirt sales

Participating in Relay for Life, American Heart Walk, and Diabetes Walk

Performing some form of Community Service as agreed upon by the members

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LICENSURE EXAMINATIONS

NOTE 1: According to the State Board of Dentistry Rules and Regulation

#40-15-190, any person convicted of a felony or other crime

involving moral turpitude or controlled substance may not be

granted a license to practice dental hygiene in the State of

South Carolina even if the dental hygiene curriculum is

successfully completed. Questions regarding this regulation can

be directed to the South Carolina Board of Dentistry, Koger

Office Park, Kingstree Building, 110 Centerview Drive, Suite

306, Columbia, SC 29211 or telephone 803-896-4599.

NOTE 2: The South Carolina Board of Dentistry will not issue a dental

hygiene license unless the candidate possesses a VALID SOCIAL

SECURITY NUMBER.

In order to practice dental hygiene, each graduate of the dental hygiene program

must pass both a national and a state examination. It is the responsibility of each

student to make the necessary arrangements for taking these examinations and

complying with all the requirements established by the examining agencies. For all

states, the following examinations are required:

1. Dental Hygiene National Board - administered by the Joint Commission

on National Dental Examinations of the American Dental Association. This

all day online exam is a comprehensive exam comprising 350 multiple-choice

questions covering material from the general education courses through the

dental hygiene curriculum. A score of 75 or higher is required to pass.

Applications are online only (www.ada.org) and the test can be taken at

Pearson Professional testing centers located in either Wilmington, NC;

Charlotte, NC; Columbia, SC or Charleston, SC.

2. Clinical Exam - Applications are obtained online by contacting either the

individual state or regional board. This exam is a clinical exam where a

dental hygiene student takes a patient to the Board site, cleans their teeth,

and is graded by three dental examiners. There may be a computerized exam

that focuses on oral assessment, medically compromised patients, medical

history evaluation and dental radiography. A score of 75 or higher is

required to pass both portions of this exam.

3. Candidates seeking a license in this state must apply directly to the South

Carolina Dental Board for a dental hygiene license with the application fee of

$150. A law test will be distributed by the State Board and a 75 or higher is

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required to pass. Once all three exam results are in the South Carolina

Dental Board's office, plus proof of graduation, a dental hygiene license will

be issued.

Although applying and fulfilling all the requirements for these examinations is the

student's responsibility, the Horry Georgetown Technical College Dental Hygiene

Program will assist students in preparing for these examinations by conducting

Mock National Boards and Mock State Boards. The Mock Exams will follow the

same format and procedures in order to familiarize the students with the actual

examination and detect areas of weakness. THESE EXAMS ARE MANDATORY

FOR EVERY DENTAL HYGIENE STUDENT.

NOTE: SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE PROGRAM DOES NOT

ENSURE PASSING STATE, REGIONAL OR NATIONAL BOARD

EXAMINATIONS.

EXAMINATION FEES

The student will pay for all examination fees required to obtain the dental hygiene

license. The examination fees are as follows:

1. Dental Hygiene National Board Exam $400.00

2. South Carolina Dental Hygiene License $150.00

3. Regional Board Clinical Dental Hygiene

Exam

$1500.00

Exam

These fees are not under control of the Dental Hygiene Program and may

change without notice.

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TIPS FOR SUCCESS

The Dental Hygiene curriculum is very extensive and there are several requirements

for each course taken. Students must develop their own personal program for study

at the onset of the program. This will enable the student to conquer each and every

assigned task as program requirements increase throughout the curriculum.

NOTETAKING

Lectures may be recorded; however, it is the responsibility of the student to ask

permission from the course professor prior to recording any lecture. When recording a

lecture, try to take as many notes as possible during the lecture and then use the

tape to supplement any gaps that may have occurred in the note-taking process.

Some students have indicated that re-writing notes helps in the learning process.

READING ASSIGNMENTS

Reading assignments, both in texts and professional journals, should be completed

prior to lectures. This will enable the student to be more familiar with the topic as

well as facilitating note taking and participation in class discussions.

STUDYING

Some students prefer study groups and others prefer to study individually. Whatever

the method of studying may be, it is suggested that successful methods should not be

altered.

TIME-MANAGEMENT

Being a Dental Hygiene student will require making good use of each and every

minute since the curriculum is very demanding. This is very true for students that

are married, have children, and may have a job. The family unit must be able to

understand the demands being placed upon the student and be able to cope with the

lifestyle change that will occur. The student will need as much support as possible

from family members, since he/she will be trying to manage family as well as

academic responsibilities.

Dental Hygiene must become a priority; and it will take careful time management to

not neglect the family unit while progressing through the curriculum.

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COLLEGE SUPPORT SERVICES

STUDENT INFORMATION CENTER: WAVENET CENTRAL

WaveNet Central includes the people, the place and the computers for learning how

to use WaveNet, for understanding how WaveNet is important, and for discovering

all the help that WaveNet can provide, including:

Assistance in applying to HGTC

Completing Financial Aid process

Finding and accessing information about HGTC

Information sessions for academic enhancement or personal enrichment

Additional services, such as the Advising Center and scheduling tutoring or

testing center appointments

CAREER RESOURCE CENTER

This center exists to meet the needs of students and alumni as they prepare to enter

the workforce, as well as the needs of employers who seek to fill positions. The center

offers mock interviews, resume/cover letter development, computer access,

counseling, printing services for resume production, salary databases, an online job

board, resume software, on-campus recruitment and interview facilities, career fairs,

and a full career library. There is no charge to employers, students, or alumni for

any of these services.

SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

HGTC is committed to providing an accessible environment for students with

disabilities. The primary purpose of Services for Students with Disabilities, a

function of Counseling Services and the Deans of Students Affairs, is to improve the

educational development of students with disabilities through the understanding and

support of the campus environment. This mission is accomplished through direct

assistance to students with disabilities, encouragement of their independence,

creation and maintenance of an accessible physical environment, and the provision of

a supportive psychological environment so that students may achieve their

educational objectives.

The College understands that students with disabilities may require unique

appropriate academic accommodations and must have their needs assessed on a case-

by-case basis.

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The Coordinator of the Service will review the documentation of the student's

disability and, in a confidential setting with the student, develop an educational

accommodation plan.

Students with documented disabilities must notify their course instructor at the

beginning of each course for accommodations that have been approved by the Student

Affairs office.

THE STUDENT SUCCESS AND TUTORING CENTER

The SSTC is an excellent place for you to go if you start experiencing any trouble with

your assignments in any course. The SSTC offers to all students the following free

resources:

1. Student and professional tutors (appointment preferred)

2. Student success, academic, and technology support resources

Reading comprehension

Study skills and test taking strategies

Writing skills

Microsoft office 2007 skills

And more…….

3. Workshops on student success skills, technology and D2L for online courses

4. General technology assistance

The SSTC wants you to have the opportunity to use the free resources that they offer

to students in house and online on their website: www.hgtc.edu/sstc. To schedule a

tutoring session or appointment with staff, please call one of the following locations:

SSTC Conway, 349-7872; SSTC Grand Strand, 477-2113; and SSTC Georgetown,

520-1455. Room locations are posted on the SSTC website.

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PERSONAL ITEMS

PERSONAL HEALTH

Students will be treating patients, and these patients will be looking to their student

hygienists as role models for oral health as well as good physical health. It is

imperative that dental hygiene students practice optimum oral hygiene as well as

immaculate personal hygiene.

Due to the demanding curriculum, it is also imperative that the dental hygiene

student maintain a balanced, nutritious diet to keep physically fit. Students cannot

afford to become ill and miss several lectures and/or lab sessions.

Regular eye exams as well as medical exams should also be a part of the students'

physical well being.

STUDENT HEALTH STATUS DISCLOSURE

If a student's health status changes during the two-year curriculum, it is the

responsibility of the student to immediately inform the Program Director of this

change. In some instances, clinical/patient treatment may be affected. All disclosures

will be kept in strict confidence.

STUDENT PREGNANCY

As soon as a student is aware of the pregnancy, she must notify the Director of the

Dental Hygiene Program. To provide for optimum prenatal care, the student must

consult with her physician regarding class attendance during this time. A written

clearance from the physician is required which should address the following:

Whether or not the student may participate in clinic and/or laboratory

sessions.

Precautions regarding the exposure to dental radiation should be addressed

How long the student will be out following delivery

The student is encouraged to schedule make-up sessions in advance to preclude

complications that may arise during the pregnancy. If the student faces

complications during the pregnancy, the student may have to withdraw from the

curriculum and re-enter the following year. The program will make every attempt to

work with the student to accomplish all stated goals in a timely manner.

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SUBSTANCE USE AND ABUSE

As health care providers, dental hygienists have a responsibility to maintain a

healthy body and not abuse one's self with alcohol and drugs. The Program maintains

an added responsibility to safeguard the health of all patients by not allowing a

student to provide clinical treatment to a patient when the student's ability is

impaired or compromised.

A student who is suspected, by appearance, actions, and/or breath or body odors, of

using drugs and/or alcohol (during scheduled school hours and/or school functions)

will be removed from the class, laboratory or clinical session for a conference with the

faculty. The student will be advised to refrain from using the substance during school

hours, or if more serious use is suspected, the student will be advised to seek

assistance from community services.

Should the problem continue, the student will be withdrawn from the professional

curriculum and may seek re-entry into the curriculum at the appropriate point, if

eligible, following professional treatment. Each case will be handled on an individual

basis.

EMPLOYMENT

It is strongly recommended that part-time employment be limited to a maximum of

twenty (20) hours per week. Should grades suffer because of employment, the student

may be advised to cease working. However, each situation will be discussed and

handled on an individual basis.

PERSONAL DATA

In order to keep academic/personal records current, any change in name, address, or

telephone number is to be reported to the Program Office Manager and the College

Registrar. A change in marital status should also be reported to the Registrar with

appropriate documentation

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RISKS OF A DENTAL

HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL

As part of the clinical education in the program, dental hygiene students will be

working with sharp instruments as well as needles when administering infiltration

anesthesia. Treatment with these instruments is in an environment of human saliva

and blood. There is a slight risk of an instrument/needle stick during clinical

procedures; as well as a risk of exposure to bloodborne diseases, such as HIV,

Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C.

Although there are no documented cases of the occupational spread of HIV to

dental workers, students enrolled in the Dental Hygiene Program are at a slight

risk of exposure to blood and body fluids and the potential does exist for

transmission of bloodborne and other infectious diseases, such as Hepatitis B and C

and HIV/AIDS, during patient treatment. The risk of HIV and Hepatitis C

transmission from dental patients to members of the dental team is very low.

However, there is some small potential for this to occur. The Americans with

Disabilities Act forbids discrimination against patients with HIV; therefore,

students are required to treat all patients assigned, regardless of the disease state

of the patient. The risk for Hepatitis B is much higher and students are required to

have the vaccine series prior to patient/student treatment or sign a declination form

for not taking the vaccine. (These forms are included in the Personal Medical

Form). Unfortunately, there is no vaccine for Hepatitis C.

All students will receive appropriate education on the Bloodborne Standards and

Infection Control (per OSHA and CDC guidelines) utilized in the treatment of

dental patients. Students will be tested on this material and must demonstrate

laboratory and clinical competency prior to patient treatment.

Students will be expected to provide services for patients with bloodborne/infectious

diseases as part of the routine clinical experiences.

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STUDENT INFORMATION DATA SHEET

HEPATITIS B VIRUS VACCINE

ADVANTAGE

Hepatitis B is a serious disease. Although most people who acquire the disease

recover completely, 5 - 10% become chronic carriers, 1- 3% develop hepatitis and

cirrhosis, 1 - 2% die, and some may develop liver cancer. This vaccine induces

immunity against the Hepatitis B virus in 90 - 95% of those who take the vaccine.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS

The incidence of side effects is very low and consists mainly of tenderness at the site

of injection. Other less common local reactions include erythema, swelling, warmth,

induration, and low grade fever which usually subsides within 2 days of

vaccination. Systemic complaints including malaise, fatigue, headache, nausea,

vomiting, dizziness, myalgia, and arthralgia have been infrequently reported.

Neurological disorders have been rarely reported in temporal association with the

administration of the vaccine although no cause and effect relationship has been

established.

CONTRADICTIONS AND WARNINGS

Hypersensitivity to yeast/mold.

Persons with immuno-deficiency or those receiving immunosuppressive therapy

require larger vaccine doses and do not respond as well to the vaccine. (Consult your

physician).

Because of the long incubation period of Hepatitis B, it is possible for unrecognized

infection to be present at the time the vaccine is given, and the vaccine may not

prevent the disease in these persons.

PRECAUTIONS

Any serious active infection is reason for delaying use of the vaccine except when, in

the opinion of the physician, withholding the vaccine entails a greater risk.

Caution should be exercised in administering the vaccine to persons with severely

compromised cardiopulmonary status or to others in whom a febrile or systemic

reaction could pose a significant risk.

Since there are no well-controlled studies in pregnant women, the vaccine should be

given to pregnant women only if clearly needed. (Consult your physician).

If you have any medical problems you are unsure of, consult your physician before

taking the vaccine.

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HORRY GEORGETOWN TECHNICAL COLLEGE

DENTAL HYGIENE PROGRAM FALL SEMESTER 2011

STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING

(Student Copy)

I have received and read the Horry-Georgetown Technical College Dental Hygiene

Program Manual. The following areas have been thoroughly explained and I fully

understand these policies and procedures.

Accreditation Complaint Procedure

Requirements for Admission, Progression, Graduation, and Re-Entry

Essential Functions Required of Students (Technical Standards)

Financial Information

Immunization Policy/Health Risks

Student Advising

Academic Policies

Attendance Policies

Student Responsibility

Licensure Examinations

Health Disclosure Policy

Substance Abuse Policy

By my signature, I hereby state that I am able to perform the functions necessary of a

dental hygienist and agree to abide by all of the stated policies and procedures of the

program.

Print Your Name

Student Signature Date